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ReNew Jordan Creek
210 S Prairie View DrWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Rental terms in Des Moines as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.
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$1,295 - $1,450Short Term Available
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Adam Ridge Condos
10535 Norfolk DrJohnston, IA 50131
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$1,305 - $1,795Short Term Available
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Mansions at Hemingway
6701 Hemingway StJohnston, IA 50131
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$970 - $1,520
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Winwood Apartments
6031 Meadow Crest DrJohnston, IA 50131
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$1,903 - $2,098Short Term Available
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Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro Townhomes
5699 Vista DrWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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$1,295 - $1,450Short Term Available
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Silver Oak Condos
8601 Westown PkyWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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$835 - $1,186
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Hamlet Apartments
2210 Ep True PkyWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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$1,299 - $2,005Short Term Available
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PointeWest
4601 Pleasant StWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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$1,189 - $2,203
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Cadence
6300 Merle Hay RdJohnston, IA 50131
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$1,973 - $2,023Short Term Available
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Ashworth Pointe Townhomes
1101 Prairie View DrWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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The Flats Apartments
3000 University AveWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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$914 - $2,553
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$835 - $2,474
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$914 - $2,553
Delaware Crossing Apartments & Townhomes
901 SE Delaware AveAnkeny, IA 50021
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$828 - $1,500Short Term Available
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Riverwood
660 N Pleasant Hill BlvdPleasant Hill, IA 50327
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$1,353 - $2,549Short Term Available
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Tradition Pointe
1103 SW 28th StAnkeny, IA 50023
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$1,596Short Term Available
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Furnished Studio-Des Moines - West Des Moines
2701 Westown PkwyWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Furnished Studio-Des Moines - Urbandale
3940 114th StUrbandale, IA 50322
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$3,626Short Term Available
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1261 8th St
1261 8th StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
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1261 8th St
1261 8th StWest Des Moines, IA 50265
1261 8th St
West Des MoinesIA50265
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Boulder Ridge Apartment Homes
3861 Woodland AveWest Des Moines, IA 50266
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Vibe at 8035
11428 Forest AveClive, IA 50325
Des Moines, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Des Moines?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Des Moines Short-term Studio Apartments | $950 | $380 | $3,626 |
| Des Moines Short-term 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,177 | $480 | $4,212 |
| Des Moines Short-term 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,283 | $643 | $3,593 |
| Des Moines Short-term 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,659 | $685 | $4,120 |
| Des Moines Short-term 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,813 | $550 | $10,000+ |
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May 14, 2025Many residents prefer the western suburbs or more distant communities like Indianola, Boone, Ames, or Newton. Certainly those are all viable options.I would never pick Des Moines for its schools, for example. But the city has many fine neighborhoods which are worth a look.
Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Des Moines Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Des Moines?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Des Moines is at Douglas Oaks listed at $650.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Des Moines Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Des Moines is $1,305.
What is the largest Short-term Des Moines Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Des Moines is a 1,870 square feet unit starting from $1,903 at Ashworth Pointe & Foxboro Townhomes.
What is the average size for Des Moines Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Des Moines is currently at 671 sq ft.
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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa
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I'm Joe, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Des Moines and Central Iowa. My parents moved to Central Iowa in 1967, and my family has been here ever since.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.
A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.